Be A Good Neighbor Guide

The Nevada County Cannabis ordinance is complaint driven and issues with your neighbors can lead to disturbances in your neighborhood and unnecessary encounters with enforcement officials.

Neighbor complaints arise from a variety of issues: trash, loud music, illegal parking, barking dogs, disputes with utility workers, fire hazards, domestic disputes, odor and other nuisances. Enforcement agencies are required to investigate these complaints and they will come to the reported location to seek further information.

Being a good neighbor can help you avoid these types of encounters.

Below are some helpful tips on how to be a good neighbor!

Light Pollution:

Light pollution is an eyesore for neighbors; cover your greenhouse at night if you are running lights.

Light pollution is now being considered as one of the hidden drivers of biodiversity loss.

Noise:

Noise complaints can often turn into more serious code violations. Walk around your property during the day and night and identify noises that may prompt your neighbors to complain.

Odor:

Plant native shrubs and flowers that can help mitigate the smell of cannabis plants, while increasing the beauty and the health of your gardens ecosystem.

If your neighborhood has an active road association make sure you are contributing as needed/requested.

Utility Companies and Property Access:

From time to time utilities and NID company workers may come to your property to update utility poles or check on infrastructure. Treat them with respect. Negative interactions are often reported internally at these agencies which could lead to further interactions.